Serotonin syndrome or serotonin toxicity is a form of poisoning, or a disorder caused by overuse or improper use of certain therapeutic drugs.

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Serotonin syndrome or serotonin toxicity is a form of poisoning, or a disorder Register
caused by overuse or improper use of certain therapeutic drugs. Serotonergic
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syndrome or Hyperserotonemia are also names of this disease, which produces a
wide range of birth defects if occurring during pregnancy, autonomic and Entries RSS
somatic problems, and in some cases can even be fatal. Symptoms of serotonin
syndrome include headache, agitation, shivering, sweating, hypomania, mental Comments RSS
confusion, hypertension, tachycardia, nausea, diarrhea, muscle spasms,
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tremors, etc.
If you suspect that you or your acquaintance has serotonin syndrome, seek
medical help. This disease causes increase in synaptic serotonin, and may lead to
several neurological disorders, so it is treated via sedation, decontamination
with a vomit inducing agent or active charcoal. But being safe is better than
being sorry, so to prevent the disease, it is imperative to take medication
responsibly, and with medical consultation. The effects may be life long, or even
cause death, so responsible drug use is the key prevention tip.
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